Homeownership

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  Mortgage rate deals for week ending June 25, 2022: Top offers from lenders

  Mortgage rates retreated slightly this week.

  2 min read Jun 25, 2022
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  Is the housing market about to crash? Here’s what the experts say

  Yes, the housing market is frothy. But there’s wide agreement among experts about one thing.

  8 min read Jun 24, 2022
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  What is a heat pump?

  Think of it as a furnace and AC in one: a money- and energy-saver, if you live in the right climate.

  4 min read Jun 24, 2022
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  How does a fixed-rate HELOC work?

  You can lock the rate on your home equity line of credit with this hybrid loan.

  5 min read Jun 23, 2022
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  Caring for hardwood floors: refinishing vs resurfacing

  We hammer home the differences in these two ways of refreshing your old flooring.

  3 min read Jun 23, 2022
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  All-in-one washer-dryers

  These space-saving appliances do it all. Just not very well.

  2 min read Jun 22, 2022
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  Little things, big problems: warning signs of structural damage in your home

  These easily overlooked issues could suggest trouble. Ignore them at your peril.

  4 min read Jun 22, 2022
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  Should you ditch natural gas?

  Making a switch to other energy sources has plenty of practical pros and cons.

  5 min read Jun 22, 2022
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  Mortgage basics: 10/1 ARM vs. 30-year fixed-rate mortgage

  Plan to stay in your house for 10 years or less? A 10/1 ARM may be a good choice.

  3 min read Jun 22, 2022
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  How much does landscaping cost?

  Improving your great outdoors can range from hundreds to thousands of dollars. Here’s how to parse the prices.

  6 min read Jun 22, 2022